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December 2, 2024: Harmful algal bloom (HAB) monitoring update
Recreational water quality monitoring has ended for the season. Monitoring will resume in summer 2025. A harmful algal bloom may still be present at this waterbody. Know what to look for and check before recreating.
October 8, 2024: Harmful algal bloom (HAB) monitoring update
BE CAREFUL: Areas of harmful algae were spotted at some locations on Huntington Reservoir. Algae in the water may be producing dangerous toxins. We collected samples and results are pending. Check back here for updates.
In the meantime we recommend:
- Do not swim or water ski in areas of algae
- Avoid areas of algae when boating
- Clean fish well and discard guts
- Keep animals away
- Don’t drink the water
- Know how to recognize a harmful algal bloom
September 11, 2024: Waterborne pathogen (E. coli) Update
GOOD NEWS: E. coli counts were measured below Utah Department of Health recreational thresholds. Sampling suggests that the water is safe from harmful bacteria and viruses.
Sites sampled: Huntington State Park about 130 meters south of boat ramp, Huntington State Park about 80 meters north of boat ramp
August 29, 2024: Waterborne pathogen (E. coli) Update
GOOD NEWS: E. coli counts for two subsequent weeks have been below Utah Department of Health recreational thresholds. This sampling suggests that the water is now safe from harmful bacteria and viruses. Southeast Utah Health Department has removed the advisory from Huntington Reservoir.
August 16, 2024: Waterborne pathogen (E. coli) monitoring update
BE CAREFUL: E. coli counts at locations throughout Huntington Reservoir are above Utah Department of Health recreational thresholds. Sampling suggests that there is a high likelihood that harmful bacteria and/or viruses are present in the water. Exposure to this water may make humans sick. Sampling will continue on a ~weekly basis.
Southeast Utah Health Department has issued a WARNING ADVISORY.
If you visit Huntington Reservoir:
- Do not dunk head
- Do not get water in your mouth
- Wash hands with soap and water after being in water
- Learn more about waterborne pathogens
August 6, 2024: Waterborne pathogen (E. coli) monitoring update
BE CAREFUL: E. coli counts at Huntington Reservoir are still above Utah Department of Health recreational thresholds. Sampling suggests that there is a high likelihood that harmful bacteria and/or viruses are present in the water. Exposure to this water may make humans sick. Sampling will continue on a ~weekly basis.
Southeast Utah Health Department has issued a WARNING ADVISORY.
If you visit Huntington Reservoir:
- Do not dunk head
- Do not get water in your mouth
- Wash hands with soap and water after being in water
- Learn more about waterborne pathogens
July 29, 2024: Waterborne pathogen (E. coli) monitoring update
BE CAREFUL: E. coli counts at Huntington Reservoir are still above Utah Department of Health recreational thresholds. Sampling suggests that there is a high likelihood that harmful bacteria and/or viruses are present in the water. Exposure to this water may make humans sick.
Southeast Utah Health Department has issued a WARNING ADVISORY.
If you visit Huntington Reservoir:
- Do not dunk head
- Do not get water in your mouth
- Wash hands with soap and water after being in water
- Learn more about waterborne pathogens
July 25, 2024: Waterborne pathogen (E. coli) monitoring update
BE CAREFUL: E. coli counts at Huntington Reservoir are above Utah Department of Health recreational thresholds. Sampling suggests that there is a high likelihood that harmful bacteria and/or viruses are present in the water. Exposure to this water may make humans sick.
Southeast Utah Health Department has issued a WARNING ADVISORY.
If you visit Huntington Reservoir:
- Do not dunk head
- Do not get water in your mouth
- Wash hands with soap and water after being in water
- Learn more about waterborne pathogens
May 14, 2024: Waterborne pathogen (E. coli) Update
GOOD NEWS: E. coli counts were measured below Utah Department of Health recreational thresholds. Sampling suggests that the water is safe from harmful bacteria and viruses.
Sites sampled: Huntington State Park about 130 meters south of boat ramp, Huntington State Park about 80 meters north of boat ramp